Tom Acker is a Sr. Principal Research Engineer at Salt River Project, focusing on innovation for the ongoing energy transition. An Emeritus Professor of Mechanical Engineering from Northern Arizona University with a Ph. D. from Colorado State University, he brings decades of academic and research experience in renewable energy systems to his role.
Outside of his direct research, Tom is passionate about education and equity in the energy sector. He is the board President for a non-profit focused on clean energy education and has led university projects to increase the participation of underrepresented minorities in STEM and the energy industry.
He once led an international effort for the International Energy Agency, studying the integration of wind and hydropower.
Tom Acker
Sr. Principal Engineer, Research at Salt River Project
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Energy Transition
His current role at SRP is to help the utility navigate decarbonization and the energy transition, a topic he frequently addresses at industry conferences.
Renewable Integration
His academic research extensively covered integrating wind and hydropower into power systems, including work with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).
Energy & Water Nexus
He has led research on water/energy projects, including an off-grid solar and wind-powered water desalination study on the Navajo Nation.
Media Appearances
Research partnership between NAU, Salt River Project .... Featured in Northern Arizona University News
Work History
5-2022
Sr. Principal Engineer, Research at Salt River Project
8-1996 - 6-2022
Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Northern Arizona University
Education
1991 - 1995
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Colorado State University
1988 - 1990
Master of Science (M.S.) from Colorado State University
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Location : Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
Job Level : Senior
Designation : Sr. Principal Engineer, Research at Salt River Project
